If you’re dreaming of a Christmas lunch that’s anything but ordinary, Urban Umami is here to make your holiday extra special — with a culinary celebration that blends traditional festive favourites with bold, Asian-inspired flair.
This 25 December 2025, from 12:00 to 15:30, Urban Umami invites guests to its elegant Christmas Harvest Lunch, where creativity meets comfort on every plate.
Priced at R695 per adult and R345 for children under 12, the experience also includes a welcome drink on arrival — because the festive spirit should start the moment you walk in.
🥢 Starters: Sophisticated Snacking
The feast begins with a curated selection of artisan breads and pâtés, a cheese & charcuterie board, and a live sushi bar offering tuna California rolls, avo maki, prawn kuromai, and more. Adventurous eaters will love the wild mushroom & spinach dumplings, poke bowl station, and refreshing walnut & apple salad with pickled cranberries.
🍽️ Mains: The Heart of the Table
The mains bring a global twist to festive classics. Expect:
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Plum & pineapple glazed gammon
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Smoked baby chicken with oyster & orange demi-glaze
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Roasted rosemary leg of lamb
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Grilled line fish in lemongrass Thai coconut sauce
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And for vegetarians: cauliflower steaks with spinach & pomegranate pearls
Each dish is designed to delight — festive, yet elevated.
🍠 Sides: The Supporting Cast That Steals the Show
Every main needs a great sidekick. At Urban Umami, that means:
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Roast miso pumpkin with beetroot ricotta & burnt butter
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Traditional roast potatoes and creamy spinach with crispy onions
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Grilled broccolini, green beans, and exotic slow-roasted carrots
Flavourful, thoughtful, and far from basic.
🍰 Desserts: Finish Festive, Finish Strong
No Christmas is complete without dessert, and Urban Umami doesn’t hold back:
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Traditional malva pudding with butterscotch custard
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Christmas mince pies
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Pistachio & white chocolate trifle
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Gluten-free brownies & vanilla pod ice cream
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Baked blueberry cheesecake, coffee crème brûlée, and a selection of mini desserts
From nostalgic favourites to modern indulgence, it’s the ultimate sweet ending.
🎄 Good to Know:
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📍 Urban Umami, Johannesburg
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📅 25 December 2025
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🕛 12:00 – 15:30
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🎟️ R695 per adult | R345 per child under 12
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🍹 Welcome drink on arrival
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🥦 Vegetarian & gluten-free options available
This isn’t just lunch — it’s an experience. With an inspired menu, elegant setting, and festive hospitality, Christmas at Urban Umami is designed to linger in both memory and flavour.
Seats are limited — book early, dress up, and let the magic begin.
3 Energy Lane, Bridgeways Precinct, Century City
+27 21 202 9133
book@umamirestaurant.co.za
